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RS38ELMicrophone,carbon

Telephonics Corp · NSN 5965-00-854-1973 · FSC 5965 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 5965-00-854-1973 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 5965-00-854-1973. Primary manufacturer part number: RS38EL.
Features
  • Microphone,carbon — FSC 5965
  • Polarity Connection: NOT REQUIRED
  • Switch Type: PUSH
  • Operating DC: 15.0 MILLIAMPERES NOMINAL
  • Mounting Method: CLIP
  • DC Resistance Rating in Ohms: 100.0 NOMINAL
  • Extended Cable Length: 0.4 FEET NOMINAL FT
  • Frequency Response Range in Hertz: +300.0 TO 4000.0
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Microphone,carbon, cataloged under National Stock Number 5965-00-854-1973, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5965 (No Item Name Available) of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components group. The primary manufacturer of record is Telephonics Corp. Government technical data includes 17 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 8 commercial cross-references from 4 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 4 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN5965-00-854-1973
Primary Part NumberRS38EL
Item NameMicrophone,carbon
FSC / FSG5965 / 59 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerTelephonics Corp
StatusCANCELLED
Polarity ConnectionNOT REQUIRED
Switch TypePUSH
Operating DC15.0 MILLIAMPERES NOMINAL
Mounting MethodCLIP
DC Resistance Rating in Ohms100.0 NOMINAL
Extended Cable Length0.4 FEET NOMINAL FT
Frequency Response Range in Hertz+300.0 TO 4000.0
Accessory ComponentsCONNECTOR
Output Sensitivity Rating in Decibels-45.0
Electrical Connection TypeINTEGRAL CABLE
Height1.312 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Output Sensitivity Rating Reference1 MILLIVOLT PER 20 MICROBARS
Criticality Code JustificationFEAT
Sound Pickup Directional TypeUNIDIRECTIONAL
Width2.125 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Body StyleHAND HELD
Length2.437 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 4
5965-00-445-1843107C800-21 INTERCHANGEABLE
Microphone,capacitor
Telephonics Corp
4720-00-533-3671 INTERCHANGEABLE
Hose Assembly,nonmetallic
4720-00-541-4758 INTERCHANGEABLE
Hose Assembly,nonmetallic
4720-01-083-4213 INTERCHANGEABLE
Hose Assembly,nonmetallic
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
107C801-1 Telephonics Corp (USA)
107C800-1 Telephonics Corp (USA)
213264-6 Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Joint Base Jbmdl (USA)
SA1395 Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc. (USA)
RS38EL PRIMARY Telephonics Corp (USA)
RS38A1 Telephonics Corp (USA)
K882704-1 Lockheed Martin Corporation Dba Lockheed Martin Div Lockheed Martin (USA)
RS38AM Telephonics Corp (USA)
Related Parts
5965-00-445-1843INTERCHANGEABLE
MICROPHONE,CAPACITOR
107C800-21
4720-00-533-3671INTERCHANGEABLE
HOSE ASSEMBLY,NONMETALLIC
4720-00-541-4758INTERCHANGEABLE
HOSE ASSEMBLY,NONMETALLIC
4720-01-083-4213INTERCHANGEABLE
HOSE ASSEMBLY,NONMETALLIC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 5965-00-854-1973?

NSN 5965-00-854-1973 is a Microphone,carbon, manufactured by Telephonics Corp, classified under FSC 5965 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 5965-00-854-1973?

NSN 5965-00-854-1973 has 8 cross-referenced part numbers: 107C801-1 (Telephonics Corp), 107C800-1 (Telephonics Corp), 213264-6 (Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Joint Base Jbmdl), SA1395 (Bae Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc.), RS38EL (Telephonics Corp) and 3 more.

What NSN replaces 5965-00-854-1973?

There are 4 known substitutes for 5965-00-854-1973: 5965-00-445-1843, 4720-00-533-3671, 4720-00-541-4758 and 1 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of RS38EL?

Key specifications for RS38EL: Polarity Connection: NOT REQUIRED; Switch Type: PUSH; Operating DC: 15.0 MILLIAMPERES NOMINAL; Mounting Method: CLIP. 19 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 5965-00-854-1973 still in active supply?

NSN 5965-00-854-1973 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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